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Requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
3/14/2024, 4:05 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 735
Bill 118 HRES 735, also known as the Requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to gather information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices in accordance with the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
The bill specifically focuses on section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act, which requires the Secretary of State to provide Congress with a report on the human rights practices of foreign countries receiving US assistance. Azerbaijan is one such country that receives foreign assistance from the US, and this bill seeks to ensure that the US government is informed about the human rights situation in Azerbaijan.
The bill highlights the importance of promoting and protecting human rights around the world, and emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in US foreign assistance programs. By requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices, the bill aims to hold the Azerbaijani government accountable for any violations of human rights and to ensure that US assistance is not being used to support such violations. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 735 is a non-partisan effort to gather information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices and to uphold the principles of human rights and accountability in US foreign assistance programs.
The bill specifically focuses on section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act, which requires the Secretary of State to provide Congress with a report on the human rights practices of foreign countries receiving US assistance. Azerbaijan is one such country that receives foreign assistance from the US, and this bill seeks to ensure that the US government is informed about the human rights situation in Azerbaijan.
The bill highlights the importance of promoting and protecting human rights around the world, and emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in US foreign assistance programs. By requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices, the bill aims to hold the Azerbaijani government accountable for any violations of human rights and to ensure that US assistance is not being used to support such violations. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 735 is a non-partisan effort to gather information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices and to uphold the principles of human rights and accountability in US foreign assistance programs.
Congressional Summary of HRES 735
This resolution requests the Department of State to transmit to Congress a statement on human rights practices in Azerbaijan, including the steps the United States has taken to promote human rights in the region and an assessment of whether circumstances exist that necessitate a continuation of security assistance for Azerbaijan.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 735
Bill HRES 735 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 27, 2023. Bill HRES 735 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 27, 2023. Bill HRES 735's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of September 27, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 735
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
30Democrat Cosponsors
30Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 735
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 735
Requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
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